Sarah Townes
Tenterfield,New South Wales
Summary
Proactive Teacher with extensive experience in fostering supportive learning environments and managing classroom behaviour. Skilled in interactive teaching methods, differentiated instruction, and co-teaching frameworks. Committed to enhancing student engagement and maintaining accurate records of progress to support communication with parents.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
St Joseph's Primary School Tenterfield
01.2020 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modelling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behaviour to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Co-planned, taught and assessed effectively as part of the co-teaching framework.
Teacher
Department Of Education And Training
06.2014 - 12.2018
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modelling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behaviour to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behaviour.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners across different stages by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Teacher - Casual and Temporary Part Time
St Joseph's Primary School
07.2012 - 05.2014
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modelling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behaviour to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
Teacher - Casual
DET - Sir Henry Parkes Memorial School
07.2012 - 05.2014
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Teaching
Southern Cross University
NSWCornerstones - Religious Education
BBI - The Australian Institute of Theological Educ
Online11-2024
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Programming
- Student Engagement
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Differentiated Instruction
- Co-Teaching
Timeline
Teacher
St Joseph's Primary School Tenterfield
01.2020 - Current
Teacher
Department Of Education And Training
06.2014 - 12.2018
Teacher - Casual and Temporary Part Time
St Joseph's Primary School
07.2012 - 05.2014
Teacher - Casual
DET - Sir Henry Parkes Memorial School
07.2012 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Education - Teaching
Southern Cross University
Cornerstones - Religious Education
BBI - The Australian Institute of Theological Educ
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